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PER-222 Public Safety WMD Response - Sampling Techniques & Guidelines
This course will prepare hazardous materials (HazMat) teams within State and local emergency response agencies to conduct public safety operations at weapons of mass destruction (WMD) sites in a safe and efficient manner consistent with established crime scene/evidentiary guidelines established by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The course will challenge participants to develop a systematic approach to managing a WMD scene in which the public’s safety is at risk. The course evolves from traditional problem-based classroom activities into a series of scenario-based practical exercises. Participants who successfully complete the course are eligible to participate in the Advanced Chemical/Biological Integrated Response course delivered at the Dugway Proving Grounds. PREREQUISITES * Successful completion of a WMD awareness-level training course is highly recommended. Being a certified HazMat technician qualifies a participant at the primary level. Demonstrating a need-to know job function required to support, supervise, and/or work with individuals responsible for collecting, receiving, or processing samples from a contaminated environment qualifies a participant at the secondary level. * Current document attesting to medical clearance and respiratory fit test on file. * Participants must have a government-issued photo ID. * Participant application must be complete. * Familiarity with biological and chemical agents is recommended. TARGET AUDIENCE / DISCIPLINE * Law Enforcement * Fire Service * Hazardous Material (HazMat) * Public Health COURSE OBJECTIVES * Participants will be able to articulate the course purpose, goals, and objectives; summarize how course materials can be applied to meet public safety WMD response and sampling performance requirements; and explain the participant performance evaluation process. * Participants will be able to respond to potential WMD events in an organized and systematic manner, and follow the logic of public safety processes and procedures. * Participants will be able to identify basic sampling tactics, techniques, and procedures and follow WMD sampling protocol. * Participants will be able to perform various sampling techniques by selecting the appropriate technique and equipment based on the incident conditions. Participants will also select proper labeling techniques and respond appropriately to various HazMat incidents. FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SCHEDULING THIS COURSE, PLEASE CONTACT THE DIVISION'S DHS TRAINING COORDINATOR AT 850.413.9897.
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